Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we pioneer the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to shape tomorrow's technological landscape. This role requires an architect of innovation who can forecast emerging trends and translate them into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop roadmaps that position us at the forefront of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year strategic roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead horizon scanning for breakthrough innovations in biotech, space exploration, and climate tech
- Develop scenario models for emerging regulatory frameworks and ethical AI governance
- Present future-state frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Author annual 'State of 2026' industry foresight reports
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Expertise in futures methodology (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech trends (2020-2026)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing, neurotech, and climate tech trajectories